Several factors can influence surface saturation, including:
Temperature: Higher temperatures can increase the desorption rate of molecules from the surface, potentially reducing saturation. Pressure: Higher reactant pressures can lead to higher surface coverage, pushing the system towards saturation. Catalyst Structure: The number and type of active sites available on the catalyst surface play a significant role. Nanostructured catalysts, for example, may have different saturation behaviors compared to bulk catalysts.
